Electro-Mechanical Automation Technician

About the role

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids. PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque®, All-Flo™, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe, and Asia – in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation.

Responsibilities

• Performs standard preventative maintenance on paint and welding robots, including cleaning, minor calibrations, and replacing consumable parts.
• Diagnoses and repairs routine mechanical breakdowns and electronic drive faults on multi-axis CNC machines and overhead conveyor lines.
• Connects via laptop interfaces to PLCs to monitor standard field device signals like limit switches, proximity sensors, and photo-eyes.
• Aids senior technicians with the installation, positioning, assembly, and commissioning of new manufacturing machinery.
• Performs general plant facility maintenance, including basic HVAC care (belts/filters), industrial plumbing, and utility drops (compressed air, water, gas, and 3-phase electrical lines).
• Executes minor mechanical repairs for production line machinery and facility support equipment.
• Performs basic inspection and scheduled servicing of plant air compressors, monitoring rotary screw and piston performance to report anomalies and execute standard, pre-approved mechanical repairs.
• Logs repair metrics, parts usage, and work orders accurately within the CMMS.
• Maintains stellar attendance, works scheduled or unscheduled overtime as production demands dictate, and fulfills all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in electrical, electronic, mechanical, or maintenance engineering technology preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience in industrial electro-mechanical maintenance within an advanced manufacturing environment.
• Basic experience troubleshooting robotics, CNC equipment, or PLCs.
• Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) operation experience required (certification required onsite).

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of robotic operations and utilization of teach-pendants for minor adjustments.
• Familiarity with CNC machine components including servo drives, linear guides, and industrial controllers.
• Ability to connect to PLCs to monitor and trace ladder logic for basic I/O fault isolation (no programming required).
• Competency in standard industrial electricity (up to 480V, 3-phase), mechanical assemblies, and fluid power (pneumatics/hydraulics).
• Solid time management and problem-solving skills to handle fast-paced production demands.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to use a digital Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to log work and track parts usage.
• Knowledge of standard industrial electricity (up to 480V, 3-phase), mechanical assemblies, and fluid power (pneumatics/hydraulics).
• Competency in basic understanding of robotic operations and utilization of teach-pendants for minor adjustments.
• Familiarity with CNC machine components including servo drives, linear guides, and industrial controllers.
• Ability to connect to PLCs to monitor and trace ladder logic for basic I/O fault isolation (no programming required).
• Competency in standard industrial electricity (up to 480V, 3-phase), mechanical assemblies, and fluid power (pneumatics/hydraulics).
• Ability to use a digital Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to log work and track parts usage.
• Knowledge of standard industrial electricity (up to 480V, 3-phase), mechanical assemblies, and fluid power (pneumatics/hydraulics).

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company paid short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Supplemental employee and dependent life insurance.
• Optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance.
• Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Paid time off, including 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws.
• Tuition assistance.
• Business travel services.
• Employee discounts.
• An employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.

Pay and Schedule

• Pay Range: $35.50 - $35.50 per hour with a 10% Shift Differential Bonus Eligible.
• This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

Benefits Eligibility

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.